Board Certification
/ˈbɔːrd ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) Official recognition granted to a professional by a certifying board indicating specialized expertise and qualifications in a particular field, often used to demonstrate competence in legal or healthcare professions.
The attorney sought board certification to validate her expertise in family law.
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- board certification
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Commentary
Board certification often serves as a credential in legal and healthcare fields to distinguish specialized competence, typically requiring passing rigorous exams and meeting experience thresholds.
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